M23 rebels claim victory in Goma, sparking fear and gunfire; UN condemns the takeover and calls for peace.
Fear and gunshots have erupted in eastern Congo 's largest city, Goma , after rebels backed by Rwanda claimed to have taken control. The M23 rebel group, which has been battling the Congo lese army for months, announced on Tuesday that it had seized Goma , a city of over 2 million people, marking a significant escalation in the conflict. Witnesses reported heavy gunfire and explosions throughout the city, with residents fleeing their homes in panic.
Meanwhile, the United Nations has condemned the rebel takeover and called for an immediate ceasefire. The international community is urging all parties to engage in peaceful negotiations to resolve the crisis. The ongoing conflict has already displaced thousands of people and raised fears of a wider humanitarian catastrophe.
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